Category
Lifestyle
Assisted Choices
Trend cluster
Category
Abstract
Edible
3D-printed foods are created with abstract, artistic designs.
4.3
Trend score
Trend
What is the Abstract Edible trend?
Abstract Edible: 3D-printing offers an array of possibilities in most industries, and the world of food is adopting it not only for its convenience and novelty factors, but its ability to construct otherwise-difficult abstract food pieces. This shift comes as aesthetic focused consumption dominates in the age of social media use and marketing.
Trend themes
Themes within the Abstract Edible trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Aesthetic Foods
3D-printed foods are becoming popular due to their ability to create abstract, artistic food designs, catering to the growing preference for photogenic consumption.
02
Customized Cakes
Techno Test Kitchen and 3D Systems use 3D printing to create unique and complex cake forms, opening up opportunities for creative adornments and customized food experiences.
03
Digitized Food
Open Meals brings us closer to digitized food with its Pixel Food Printer and patent-pending Food Base, laying the foundation for food items that can be easily recreated as artful, edible pixel reproductions.
Industry implications
What the Abstract Edible trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Food Industry
With 3D printing, the food industry can create unique and complex food forms, creating a unique and customized food experience.
For
Technology Industry
As 3D printing technology advances, the technology industry has plenty of room for innovation and disruption when it comes to digitizing different products in various industries.
For
Hospitality Industry
The Hospitality Industry has potential to leverage these 3D-printing innovations by creating immersive experiences and personalized offerings for its customers.
Workshop question
How can your brand refocus its energy into creating shareable content or designs?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Abstract Edible
Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 63%, activity 57%, freshness 8%.
Popularity63%
Activity57%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Abstract Edible trend
4 featured examples from Apr 1, 2017 to Jul 10, 2018CategoryLifestyle
Edible Printed Sushi
Open Meals Shared Pixelated 3D-Printed Sushi Rolls at SXSW
The food technology industry will see a significant shift towards 3D printing and digitization of food, creating opportunities for companies like Open Meals to lead innovation.
CategoryArt & Design
3D-Printed Neon Cakes
Budmen Industries’ Techno Test Kitchen Makes 'Neon Nom Noms'
3D-printed food brings about a new era for food innovation and holds potential for food manufacturers and restaurants to cater to a growing interest in unique food experiences.
CategoryLifestyle
3D Vegan Ice Creams
Starbucks and Dream Pops Collaborate to Create 3D Iced Confections
The collaboration between Starbucks and Dream Pops showcases disruptive innovation opportunities in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the creation of unique and heal…
CategoryLifestyle
3D-Printed Drink Garnishes
Matthew Biancaniello Enhances Cocktail Garnishes with Shapely Designs
The hospitality industry can leverage 3D printing technology to create unique and visually appealing drink garnishes, enhancing the overall guest experience.
